Napoli Eyes Scudetto as Conte Prepares for Crucial Match Against Empoli

NAPLES, Italy — The race for the Serie A title intensifies as Napoli prepares to face Empoli on April 14, 2025, in a crucial match that could narrow the gap to just three points behind first-place Inter Milan. With only seven games left in the season, coach Antonio Conte remains optimistic about his team’s chances in the title race.

Conte has guided Napoli to an impressive season, transforming the team into serious contenders for the scudetto. Last summer, few would have predicted that Napoli would emerge as the only challenger to the powerful Inter side. “We have the potential to do something extraordinary,” Conte said during a recent press conference. “We’ve earned this pressure, and we need to embrace it,” he added.

As the match against Empoli approaches, Conte’s focus remains on maintaining momentum and leveraging the positive pressure from fans. “We know we have to go beyond our limits to keep pace with a team equipped to win everything. This is not just a game; this is about fighting for something significant,” he stated.

Meanwhile, Napoli’s management has expressed solid support for Conte’s vision. Sports director Cristiano Manna reassured fans before the match against Milan, saying, “Last year, he committed to this project, and we hope he wants to continue with us.” The rumors surrounding Conte’s potential departure to other top clubs in crisis have intensified, but Manna remains hopeful.

The match against Empoli is seen as a must-win for Napoli, especially given their aim to close the gap in the title race. They enter this fixture following promising performances, but must overcome the absence of key players such as Giovanni Di Lorenzo and Andre-Frank Zambo Anguissa.

On the financial front, Napoli is poised for significant investment opportunities, largely attributed to a near-certain Champions League qualification and the expected sale of Victor Osimhen for around €75 million. Club president Aurelio De Laurentiis is prepared to back Conte with further signings, aiming to strengthen the squad for next season.

As the season progresses, the partnership between Conte and the fans grows stronger. “The bond with the city is undeniable,” he said. “We appreciate that the supporters see our efforts—this energy drives us to do more. We need to fuel this excitement as we prepare for our next challenge against Empoli.”

The match kicks off at 8:45 PM local time and will be available for streaming on DAZN, with fans eager to see if Napoli can capture a critical victory in their pursuit of the title.